PRISON REFORM (No. 2)

Early day motion 1016, tabled 18 March 2002 by Vera Baird (Labour). Signed by 50 members.

That this House expresses its concern at the inappropriate use of prison when constructive and cost-effective, community penalties exist; and calls on Her Majesty's Government to take urgent action to reduce the prison population.

Signatures by party: Labour 33, Liberal Democrat 13, Labour/Co-operative 2, Conservative 1, Plaid Cymru 1.